Medical Lab Scientist - Nicklas Laboratory StaffingNicklas Laboratory Staffing

Medical Laboratory Scientist Jobs & Travel Opportunities Nationwide

At Nicklas Laboratory Staffing, we specialize exclusively in connecting Medical Laboratory Scientists with roles that align with their technical expertise, certifications, and career goals.

Whether you’re seeking a permanent position in a hospital or reference laboratory, or exploring travel and contract assignments that offer flexibility and exposure to different testing environments, we help you navigate the process with clarity, transparency, and respect for your profession.

Our focus is simple: place you in MLS roles where your skills are utilized properly, your workload is realistic, and your career continues to move forward.

Why Medical Laboratory Scientists Work With Nicklas

Nicklas Laboratory Staffing was built by laboratory professionals, for laboratory professionals. We are not a general healthcare staffing firm — and that distinction matters.

Medical Laboratory Scientists work with Nicklas because we understand high-complexity testing, bench workflows, instrumentation demands, and the regulatory environment modern labs operate within.

Founded by ASCP-certified laboratory professionals
12+ years of experience in clinical and pathology laboratory environments
Nationwide relationships with hospital labs, reference laboratories, and specialty diagnostic organizations
Exclusive focus on laboratory and pathology staffing
Clear communication, realistic expectations, and ongoing recruiter support

Medical Laboratory Scientist Career Paths We Support

Permanent Medical Laboratory Scientist Positions

We place MLS professionals into long-term roles across hospital laboratories, reference labs, academic medical centers, and specialty diagnostic environments.

These roles are ideal for scientists seeking stability, advancement, department leadership opportunities, or deeper specialization in high-complexity testing.

Travel, Contract & Temp-to-Perm MLS Assignments

Travel and contract assignments offer flexibility, competitive compensation, and exposure to diverse testing menus and lab operations. We support short-term coverage, long-term contracts, and temp-to-perm placements nationwide.

Our team manages credentialing, licensure coordination, and logistics so you can stay focused on quality results at the bench.

Our Medical Laboratory Scientist Placement Process

We handle the administrative details so you can focus on laboratory science.

Personalized role matching based on experience, certifications, and preferences
ASCP verification and state licensure support
Lab-specific credentialing and compliance coordination
Travel and housing support for contract assignments
Clear start dates, shift expectations, and communication
Ongoing check-ins throughout each placement

Laboratory Disciplines & Testing Environments We Recruit For

MLS Roles Across High-Complexity Clinical Laboratories

Hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and blood bank
Cross-trained generalist bench coverage
Department-specific MLS roles
High-volume and specialty testing environments
Hospital, academic, private, and reference laboratory settings
CLIA-regulated high-complexity labs

A Better Way to Find Medical Laboratory Scientist Jobs

We take a consultative approach to placement — no mass emails, no pressure tactics, and no misaligned roles.

You’ll work directly with recruiters who understand MLS workflows and advocate for the right fit, whether you’re actively searching or exploring your next move discreetly.

Your work directly impacts patient care, diagnostics, and clinical decision-making. Let us help you find a role that respects your expertise, supports your goals, and fits how you want to work in the lab.